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Lisa
Dedicated July 2018

Vows Proofread

Lisa, on February 8, 2018 at 8:38 PM Posted in Etiquette and Advice 0 26

Now I'm only going to have this up for a little bit, but I just finished up my vows. I have been working on them since we got engaged. I get so nervous when other people read what I write so I just want to make sure that my vows sound good.

"In my lifetime I have met thousands of people. From random strangers at bus stops to friends that I’ve known longer than you; however, that pales in comparison to when I met you. When I met you, I felt a sense of comfort and joy I had never felt in the presence of another human being. You had this presence about you that made me know I was home. You have shown me the true depths of love and happiness. I have never smiled wider, laughed harder, and felt more at peace than when I am with you. They say that the secret to true happiness is gratitude and I am forever gracious to be blessed with your presence. I love who you are as an individual as well as who I am, but together we are the perfect team. Now, I know life won’t be perfect, life will knock us down at times, but I vow to always hold your hand during those difficult moments. I vow to at least attempt to make you smile with my awful humor when you need it. I vow to always respect you and love you unconditionally. I vow to always be your number one fan and motivator when you need it. And I vow to make a home with you. Full of love and laughter and the occasional wet willy. You are the love of my life, my rock, my best friend, my companion, and the light that guides me home. I am ready for this adventure with you."

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Latest activity by Deirdre, on February 9, 2018 at 3:31 PM
  • J
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    I think what you wrote is very sweet and beautiful! I actually got a little teary eyed for a sec and I don’t even know you, lol!!! (I’m a huge sucker for wedding stuff) Smiley xd
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  • Lisa
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    Haha, thank you! I just want to make sure that they look good. I was pretty skeptical about posting this on here, but your feedback helps me immensely.

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  • T
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    Beautiful!!!!! I love it!! It sounds like it has such a personal touch. I wouldn't change a thing.
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  • Kiwibride
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    They're really sweet Smiley smile . I did wonder if gracious was the right word you were looking for though?

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  • Lisa
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    Great point! Thank you for that.

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  • Denise
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    I almost want to steal these lol! So heartfelt! Great job!
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  • Kaylyn
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    This is so good! It made me emotional and I don’t even know you 😂
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  • Tracy
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    This is why we aren't doing our own vows...I get choked up trading a stranger's. Lol. I'm jealous of people who can do their own. I'd never be able to get through it.
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  • Lisa
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    I have to read it out loud so many times just so I don't get choked up myself! I know when I'm up there with him I'll undoubtedly be crying Smiley xd

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    Change gracious to grateful and you have a winner!!!!! Very beautiful!!!
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  • Lisa
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    Perfect!! Thank you for that.

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  • JPCD
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    Hiii it’s beautiful.

    The only thing im unsure about is when you say you are “forever gracious”. Do you mean “grateful”?


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  • Samantha
    Dedicated February 2018
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    Very nice! The one thing that sounded strange to me though is that you’ll be saying your vows in front of lots of friends you’ve known longer than him and your opening might feel like a slight to them.
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  • Rachel
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    They are perfect!!
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  • Lisa
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    Yes, I don't know why I put that! Thank you for catching that though. It has already been changed Smiley smile

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  • Lisa
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    You're right! Thank you for your input.

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    Love!!!!!!!!
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  • Erica
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    Great job.
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  • NinjaBride
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    Beautifully written! That being said I think it may be a little lengthy.
    I don’t know what your plan is but our officiant is having us both give her our vows to look over the week of the wedding so she can make suggestions just in case someone’s is twice as long as the other. Or someone is super serious and someone is funny. Just so they match up a little bit. I thought it was a great idea.
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  • AbouttobeaBANKS
    Devoted July 2018
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    Love it!!!
    Your vows are beautiful 😍😍😍
    My only mini suggestion would be to change one or 2 of the times you said presence. It felt a little repetitive to me. Other than that you got a winner 🙌🙌🙌🙌
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